HyperFRAME Research delivers indepth research and insights across the global technology landscape, spanning everything from hyperscale public cloud to the mainframe and everything in between. We offer strategic advisory services, custom research reports, tailored consulting engagements, digital events, go to market planning, message testing, and lead generation programs.
Our industry analysts specialize in rigorous qualitative and quantitative assessments of technology solutions, business challenges, market forces, and enduser demands across industry sectors. HyperFRAME Research collaborates closely with your Analyst Relations, Product, and Marketing teams to build and amplify your thought leadership, positioning your expertise to enhance brand and product recognition. Through content that engages readers, viewers, and listeners alike, we ensure your voice resonates across channels.
• HyperFRAME Research Services include:
• Advisory Services
• Earnings Coverage
• Market and End User Consulting
• Primary Research
• Economic Analysis
• Custom Content
• Professional Speaking
HyperFRAME Research delivers in depth research and insights across the global technology landscape, spanning everything from hyperscale public cloud to the mainframe and everything in between. We offer strategic advisory services, custom research reports, tailored consulting engagements, digital events, go to market planning, message testing, and lead generation programs.
Our industry analysts specialize in rigorous qualitative and quantitative assessments of technology solutions, business challenges, market forces, and end-user demands across industry sectors. HyperFRAME Research collaborates closely with your Analyst Relations, Product, and Marketing teams to build and amplify your thought leadership, positioning your expertise to enhance brand and product recognition. Through content that engages readers, viewers, and listeners alike, we ensure your voice resonates across channels.
• HyperFRAME Research Services include:
• Advisory Services
• Earnings Coverage
• Market and End User Consulting
• Primary Research
• Economic Analysis
• Custom Content
• Professional Speaking
CEO and Principal Analyst
Regarded as a luminary at the intersection of technology and business transformation, Steven Dickens is the CEO and Principal Analyst at HyperFRAME Research. Ranked consistently among the Top 10 Analysts by AR Insights and a contributor to Forbes, Steven's expert perspectives are sought after by tier one media outlets such as The Wall Street Journal and CNBC, and he is a regular on TV networks including the Schwab Network and Bloomberg.
Steven’s expertise spans a wide array of transformative technologies, including Open Source, Hybrid Cloud, MissionCritical Infrastructure,
Cryptocurrencies, Blockchain, and FinTech. His work uniquely bridges the strategic imperatives of CSuite executives with the needs of end users and practitioners, positioning him as a catalyst for driving technology ROI in leading enterprises.
With senior leadership experience at Broadcom, Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), and IBM, Steven has led multi hundred million dollar product initiatives and guided global sales teams with substantial revenue targets. As a founding board member and former Chair of the Linux Foundation’s Open Mainframe Project, he continues to shape Open Source mainframe technology as a Board Advisor, further establishing his thought leadership across key technology ecosystems.
Chief Operating Officer
Rosa Dickens Hamilton is the Chief Operating Officer of HyperFRAME Research, where she drives operational excellence in client engagement, project management, logistics, and client operations.
With extensive experience in both startups and the education sector, Rosa brings a strategic, hands on approach to managing HyperFRAME’s projects and enhancing client success.
Known for her expertise in streamlining workows and ensuring timely project delivery, Rosa’s focus on operational eficiency allows HyperFRAME to deliver high quality, tailored solutions to its clients. Her passion for optimizing processes and supporting client needs positions Rosa as a key force in the company’s growth and client satisfaction.
Analyst-in-Residence – Semiconductors & Deep Tech
Stephen Sopko is an Analyst-in-Residence specializing in semiconductors and the deep technologies powering today’s innovation ecosystem. With decades of executive experience spanning Fortune 100, government, and startups, he provides actionable insights by connecting market trends and cutting-edge technologies to business outcomes.
Stephen’s expertise in analyzing the entire buyer’s journey, from technology acquisition to implementation, was refined during his tenure as co-founder and COO of Palisade Compliance, where he helped Fortune 500 clients optimize technology investments. His ability to identify opportunities at the intersection of semiconductors, emerging technologies, and enterprise needs makes him a sought-after advisor to stakeholders navigating complex decisions.
Known for simplifying intricate topics, Stephen crafts narratives that resonate with technical, acquisition, and executive audiences alike. By aligning strategic insights with a forward-looking perspective, he empowers organizations to understand and capitalize on the foundational technologies shaping the future of AI, enterprise systems, and digital transformation.
Practice Leader, AI Stack
Stephanie Walter is a results-driven analyst and technology executive with over 20 years leading innovation in Cloud, SaaS, Middleware, Data, and AI. As the Practice Leader for AI Stack at HyperFRAME Research, she guides strategic analysis of emerging AI software ecosystems. She has led product life cycles from concept to go-to-market in both senior roles at IBM and technology executive capacities, blending engineering expertise with business strategy and market insights. From software engineering and architecture to executive product management, Stephanie has driven large-scale transformations, developed technical talent, and solved complex challenges across startup, growth-stage, and enterprise environments.
Analyst In Residence - FinOps and Earnings Coverage
Harvy James Espellarga is a financial analyst with a proven track record of analysing the financial performance of tech companies. He brings a deep understanding of accountancy principles and specializes in FinOps, helping organizations optimize their cloud spending and maximize ROI. His insightful analyses have been featured in publications like Seeking Alpha, where he provides expert commentary on performance and operational strategies for tech companies. He also previously contributed to cutting-edge research on emerging industry trends at The Futurum Group, supporting leading research directors.
Analyst In Residence
Fred McClimans is a strategic leader with over 30 years in market research, tech/equity analysis, and product/market development. In addition to founding and leading competitive intelligence firm Current Analysis (now GlobalData), his career spans analyst roles at The Futurum Group, Gartner, HfS Research, Samadhi Partners, and EY. Known for his actionable analysis and market foresight, Fred has also helped drive technology innovation and market strategy at firms such as Charter Communications, Newbridge Networks (now Nokia), and DTECH LABS (now Cubic Corporation). His expertise covers AI, technology policy, cybersecurity, and business/consumer behavior, as evidenced by his numerous media appearances and publications. Fred excels in guiding businesses through market disruptions with insightful strategy and research.
VP and Practice Leader for Infrastructure and Networking
Ron Westfall is a prominent analyst figure in technology and business transformation. Recognized as a Top 20 Analyst by AR Insights and a Tech Target contributor, his insights are featured in major media such as CNBC, Schwab Network, and NMG Media.
His expertise covers transformative fields such as Hybrid Cloud, AI Networking, Security Infrastructure, Edge Cloud Computing, Wireline/Wireless Connectivity, and 5G-IoT. Ron bridges the gap between C-suite strategic goals and the practical needs of end users and partners, driving technology ROI for leading organizations.
With leadership roles at Futurum Group, GlobalData, and Current Analysis, he has spearheaded ecosystem-wide research initiatives and managed content creation and production with significant revenue goals. As a trusted advisor to multiple organizations and contributor to the Fiber Broadband Association Fiber for Breakfast series and a judge for the MWC Barcelona Global Mobile (GLOMO) awards, he continues to influence product development and sales and marketing strategies, solidifying his role as a thought leader in key technology ecosystems.
Analyst-in-Residence -- Storage & Data Resiliency
Don Gentile brings three decades of experience turning complex enterprise technologies into clear, differentiated narratives that drive competitive relevance and market leadership. He has helped shape iconic infrastructure platforms including IBM z16 and z17 mainframes, HPE ProLiant servers, and HPE GreenLake — guiding strategies that connect technology innovation with customer needs and fast-moving market dynamics.
His current focus spans flash storage, storage area networking, hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI), software-defined storage (SDS), hybrid cloud storage, Ceph/open source, cyber resiliency, and emerging models for integrating AI workloads across storage and compute. By applying deep knowledge of infrastructure technologies with proven skills in positioning, content strategy, and thought leadership, Don helps vendors sharpen their story, differentiate their offerings, and achieve stronger competitive standing across business, media, and technical audiences.
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